The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) is deeply concerned about recent federal actions and congressional budget threats that could put millions of Americans with asthma and allergies at risk. These policy changes jeopardize access to essential health care, environmental protections, and disability accommodations—critical safeguards for the over 100 million people in the U.S. living with asthma and/or allergic diseases. Ensuring access to quality health care, clean air, and safe ..read more

Peanut allergy is 1 of the most common food allergies, affecting about 2% of people in the United States. There are currently 2 immunotherapy treatments approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for children and adults with peanut allergy: PALFORZIA – a form of oral immunotherapy where people with a peanut allergy eat small amounts of peanut powder mixed with food every day to help their immune system react less strongly to peanuts. Omalizumab (Xolair®) – a shot given once or twice ..read more

For people and families living with food allergies, dining in a restaurant can be a stressful experience. Without clear information about the ingredients of restaurant meals, people managing food allergies face challenges in making safe dining choices. That’s why the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) supports a new law called SB 68, also known as the Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences (ADDE) Act. Kids with Food Allergies (KFA) is a division of AAFA. What Is California’s ..read more

Experts develop a standard definition of anaphylaxis and tools for health care professionals to aid in diagnosis and treatment Anaphylaxis: a serious allergic reaction that can progress rapidly and may cause death. It may involve these systems: Skin/mucosa (includes lip, tongue) Respiratory (lungs, breathing) Cardiovascular (heart, blood pressure) , and/or Gastrointestinal (stomach, gut) Life threatening anaphylaxis is characterized by respiratory and/or cardiovascular involvement and may ..read more

Kids With Food Allergies is sharing this press release from ARS Pharmaceuticals to bring you the latest research news quickly. [PRESS RELEASE] ARS Pharmaceuticals Announces FDA Approval of neffy® 1 mg (epinephrine nasal spray) for Type I Allergic Reactions, Including Anaphylaxis, in Pediatric Patients Weighing 15 to ..read more

About 1 in 17 children in the U.S. has food allergies. 1 That turns out to be at least 1 in every classroom. With numbers like these, serious allergic reactions – called anaphylaxis – are likely to happen. Many children also have their first food allergy reaction in school. Because their food allergies are unknown, they aren’t carrying epinephrine, the first-line treatment for anaphylaxis . This is why it’s so important for states to have epinephrine stocking laws. They allow schools to have ..read more

LPK1 Recalls Ready-to-Eat Chicken Caesar Wrap Products Due to Misbranding and Undeclared Allergen For Immediate Release February 24, 2025 Contact Information Ryan Calbreath 925-457-6738 customerservice@freshandreadyfoods.com Company Announcement EDITOR'S NOTE: Feb. 24, 2025 - Details of this recall release were updated to reflect updated contact information for consumers. Consumers with questions about the recall can contact Ryan Calbreath, Quality Assurance Manager, LPK1, at 925-457-6738 or ..read more

Kedake Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sesame, Soy, Wheat, Yellow No. 5, Yellow No. 6, and Red No. 6 in Botana Mix Snacks For Immediate Release February 20, 2025 Contact Information Kedake Inc. 713-996-7550 Company Announcement KEDAKE, INC. of Houston, TX is recalling it’s 2 lb packages of Las Ollas Botana Mix Snacks because they may contain undeclared Sesame, Soy, Wheat, Yellow No 5, Yellow No 6, and Red No 6. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to Sesame, Soy, Wheat ..read more

ZB Importing Issue Voluntary Recall and Allergy Alert on Undeclared Egg, Wheat and Milk in Certain Ulker Brand Products For Immediate Release February 20, 2025 Contact Information info@ziyad.com Company Announcement ZB Importing LLC is voluntarily recalling certain lots of six varieties of Ulker Brand snack rolls, biscuits, and wafers due to undeclared wheat, egg and/or milk in the Ingredient List and/or Contains Statement on the product labels. People who have an allergy or severe ..read more

Kayco Issues an Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Limited Units of Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos For Immediate Release February 21, 2025 Contact Information 718-369-4600 Customercare@kayco.com Company Announcement Bayonne, NJ. (February 21st, 2025) – Kayco, a Bayonne NJ company is recalling their Glicks Dark Chocolate Conettos because it may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if ..read more